Mediterranean Chicken Skewers with Mezze Tray
Juicy, herb-marinated chicken skewers served alongside a colorful mezze tray including hummus, olives, roasted vegetables, and fresh veggies. Perfect for sharing, light, and full of Mediterranean flavors.
⏱ Time
Prep: 20 minutes (plus 30 min marination)
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 65 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken Skewers
450g (1 lb) chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1–1.5 inch cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Wooden skewers (soaked in water 10 mins if grilling)
For the Mezze Tray
½ cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
½ cup tzatziki (optional)
½ cup mixed olives
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cucumber, sliced
1 bell pepper, sliced
½ cup roasted vegetables (zucchini, eggplant, or carrots)
1–2 small pita breads or flatbreads
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat.
3. Cover and marinate 30 minutes in the fridge (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
2. Prepare the Skewers
1. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
2. Preheat grill, grill pan, or oven broiler.
3. Grill skewers 2–3 minutes per side, until chicken is golden and cooked through (internal temp 73°C / 165°F).
3. Assemble the Mezze Tray
1. On a large serving platter, arrange:
Hummus and tzatziki in small bowls
Olives
Fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper)
Roasted vegetables
Pita bread cut into triangles
2. Place cooked chicken skewers on the tray.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle fresh parsley for garnish.
Notes & Tips
Chicken: Thighs stay juicier, breasts cook faster.
Grilling alternative: Oven bake at 200°C (400°F) for 12–15 minutes.
Vegetables: Add roasted or grilled vegetables for variety and color.
Make it vegan: Swap chicken skewers with marinated tofu or halloumi skewers.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with a side of lemon rice or quinoa for a full meal.
Add fresh herbs like mint or dill for extra Mediterranean aroma.
Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon over the skewers just before eating.
Nutrition information
Calories: 420
Protein: 32g
Carbs: 28g
Fat: 18g
Fiber: 6g